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Most Important Considerations When Choosing A Dental Chair

Most Important Considerations When Choosing A Dental Chair

Authored By Tom Toi

Is your old dental chair starting to wear out? Are you thinking about purchasing a new one, but are unsure of what factors you should consider with the latest technology? If these are some questions you might have in mind, we’re to help as much as we can. When choosing a new dental chair, there are a few basic characteristics to consider. In this article, we will be talking about seven of these characteristics, namely: design, construction, material, general components, functionalities, accessories, and of course, dental chair cost. If you would like to learn more about these, feel free to...

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Factors To Consider When Choosing A Dental Chair

Factors To Consider When Choosing A Dental Chair

Authored By Tom Toi

Dental chairs are a critical fixture in any dental clinic. Advancements in medical technology have also led to advancements in medical equipment as well. As such, dental chairs have become increasingly advanced, yet more complicated than ever before. Because of this, there are several essential factors that you must consider when it comes to choosing a dental chair. These factors are intended to consider both the dentist and the patient as well. Additionally, the environment of the dental chair should also be considered to decide whether it fits in or not.  If you would like to learn more about what...

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Hydraulic Dental Chairs vs. Electronic Dental Chairs

Hydraulic Dental Chairs vs. Electronic Dental Chairs

Authored By Tom Toi

When it comes to choosing the right dental chair, it is important that you choose a chair that meets basic criteria such as functionality, comfort, and design. On the market, there are generally two types of dental chairs that you may choose from to meet these criteria: hydraulic dental chairs or electronic dental chairs. While both of these chairs serve relatively the same purpose, they function on different types of technology used to adjust the movement and positioning of the chair. So, what are the specific differences between the two? If you would like to learn more about the differences...

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Why Is Autoclaving Better Than Boiling?

Why Is Autoclaving Better Than Boiling?

Authored By Tom Toi

Autoclaves are highly reliable devices that are used to thoroughly, efficiently, and effectively sterilise all types of instruments. By generating saturated steam, the most stubborn microorganisms such as spores can be easily eliminated. However, have you ever thought about why autoclaving is better than boiling? Boiling is another common sterilisation technique; however, it is not quite as effective as autoclaving.  If you want to learn more about why autoclaving is better than boiling, then please continue reading as we explore this in more detail below. What Is Autoclaving? First, it is important to discuss what processes occur in autoclaving and boiling....

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Do Hospitals Still Use Autoclaves For Sterilisation?

Do Hospitals Still Use Autoclaves For Sterilisation?

Authored By Tom Toi

Autoclaves are essential tools that are used to perform steam sterilisation. Steam sterilisation is recognised as one of the most effective forms of sterilisation. This is because it is capable of generating an environment that can kill the more stubborn microorganisms. You can usually find autoclaves in various settings such as laboratories and even salons and tattoo parlors. It is then no wonder that you can also find autoclaves in hospitals. If you are wondering if hospitals still use autoclaves for sterilisation, then please continue reading to learn more. What Is An Autoclave? First, let’s discuss what an autoclave is...

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What Are Gravity, Vacuum, and Liquid Autoclave Cycles?

What Are Gravity, Vacuum, and Liquid Autoclave Cycles?

Authored By Tom Toi

Autoclave sterilisation is one of the most effective methods of sterilisation out there. By generating high-pressure steam, pesky microorganisms such as spores can be quickly denatured and killed. Typically, the gravity cycle, vacuum cycle, and liquid cycle are the three most common cycles you will encounter when it comes to autoclave sterilisation.  But have you ever wondered what the difference is between the gravity autoclave cycle, the vacuum autoclave cycle, and the liquid autoclave cycle? For the answer to this and more, please keep on reading below for more details. Gravity Autoclave Cycle Gravity autoclaving, also known as gravity displacement...

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What Materials Cannot Be Autoclaved?

What Materials Cannot Be Autoclaved?

Authored By Tom Toi

Autoclaves are one of the most important devices when it comes to sterilisation. By generating highly-saturated steam, autoclaves can kill all types of microorganisms, including the peskiest spores. However, there are still do’s and dont’s when it comes to what you can and cannot autoclave. This is particularly important to consider especially if you want to ensure a safe working space. If you want to learn more about what materials you can and cannot autoclave, let’s explore this further in this article. Acceptable Materials For Autoclaving When it comes to autoclaving instruments, it is important to ensure that they are...

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Do Veterinary Clinics Use Autoclaves?

Do Veterinary Clinics Use Autoclaves?

Authored By Tom Toi

Have you ever wondered how veterinary clinics keep their equipment sterilised? Sterilisation in veterinary clinics is often not really thought about; however, it is a very important practice especially in settings such as this.  One way that veterinary clinics keep their equipment sterilised is by making use of an autoclave. Autoclaves are specialised devices that are capable of sterilising even the most stubborn spores and microorganisms. If you want to learn more about autoclaves and how they are used in veterinary clinics, then please keep on reading below. What Is An Autoclave? An autoclave is a medical device that is...

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What's The Difference Between Sanitising, Disinfecting And Sterilising?

What's The Difference Between Sanitising, Disinfecting And Sterilising?

Authored By Tom Toi

Autoclaves are an important medical device. These devices are essentially a pressure vessel and through steam sterilisation, they are able to thoroughly sterilise special equipment. Most notably, equipment used in medical, industrial, and other settings.  Without autoclaves, we would not be able to enforce proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices. However, did you know that there is actually a difference between sanitising, disinfecting, and sterilising? Many people often associate the three with each other, but they are quite different. This difference lies in the thoroughness of killing unseen microorganisms. These microorganisms can pose harmful effects on humans like causing infections...

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Can You Autoclave Empty Glassware And Plastic?

Can You Autoclave Empty Glassware And Plastic?

Authored By Tom Toi

Have you ever wondered what types of instruments autoclaves can sterilise? Autoclaves can pretty much sterilise any object that is able to withstand high temperatures and pressures. This can range from laboratory, industrial, mechanical, and other various tools.  In fact, empty glassware and plastic are generally safe for autoclaving; however, there are certain guidelines and restrictions that come with this. As such, it is important to keep these autoclave guidelines in mind before you attempt to autoclave empty glassware and plastic.  In this article, we’ll be talking about how suitable glassware and plastic are for autoclaving, along with some precautionary...

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Autoclaves: Principles, Uses, Types and Procedures

Autoclaves: Principles, Uses, Types and Procedures

Authored By Tom Toi

Have you ever heard of an autoclave? An autoclave is a sterilisation device that is widely used in a range of settings, from hospitals and laboratories to even tattoo studios and beauty salons.  In this article, we’ll be talking all about autoclaves: the principles, the uses, the types, and the procedures for using it. What Is An Autoclave, And What Principle Does It Follow? An autoclave is a device that works on the principle of moist heat sterilisation, wherein saturated steam is generated under pressure in order to kill microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and even heat-resistant endospores from various...

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Are Autoclaves Used In Beauty Salons?

Are Autoclaves Used In Beauty Salons?

Authored By Medical Equipment Services Admin

Have you ever wondered how your local beauty salon sterilises all their tools and equipment? The best method for sterilisation is by using an autoclave, an effective sterilisation device that is used across numerous settings like hospitals, laboratories, and of course, salons! If you want to learn more about autoclaves and how they are used in beauty salons, then please keep on reading! What Are Autoclaves? First off, let’s talk about what autoclaves are. Autoclaves are pressure devices that make use of steam sterilisation compounded with temperature and time to thoroughly sanitise various instruments, tools, and objects. It is effective...

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